Paul Jennings - Syllabus

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SUCCESS IN PHYSICS CLASS


This course will focus on the following concepts: Velocity and Acceleration; Forces; Uniform Circular Motion; Momentum; Energy and Power; Waves, Sound, and Light; Electricity; Magnetism; Nuclear Reactions. Lab work and lab reports will be an integral part of this course. Standards for this course are S1, S5, and S. GSEs for this course are PS2, PS3, and EES1.

  • It is very important that you are present, in class, on time, every day. If you are late to class, you will be required to stay after school.
  • You must be prepared each day for class. This means that you must have your book, notebook/binder, and something to write with, even on test days.
  • Be attentive and open to learning. Plan on at least 30 minutes of review of the day’s lessons and notes so you will be prepared for class. Be actively involved in your learning. Ask questions and be engaged in the class activities.
  • Tests will always be announced. Quizzes are given at any time, and may not be announced. You are responsible for all work missed during an absence from class.
  • Homework that is not passed in on time will not receive full credit.
  • Long term projects, assignments, and lab reports must be submitted on the due date for full credit. Absence is not an excuse.
  • You must be aware of, and follow, all school rules.
  • Please show respect in the class at all times.
  • Extra help is available before and after school.

Grading

  • Tests, Quizzes, Papers, Lab Reports, Projects - 50%
  • Homework - 15%
  • Class Participation - 15%
  • Term Exam - 20%


RULES AND RITUALS FOR SCIENCE CLASSES

  1. The ability to follow directions is essential to your success!
  2. Always read directions carefully
  3. Clarify what you do not understand
  4. Complete all work following all directions to receive credit
  5. You must have all materials with you each day, including test days.
  6. You are responsible for your work. Work missed due to absence must be made up.
  7. Own your behavior. Be on time. Take responsibility for your success.
  8. This is a WORKING CLASS!
  9. NO sleeping
  10. NO slouching
  11. Be an active participant in the class
  12. Get help when you need it! We are here for you.**
  13. No work - No credit - No success

  1. For this class you will need:
    • Notebook or binder
    • Pocket folder
    • Basic scientific calculator
    • Pen/Pencil

  • You are responsible for the textbook assigned to you. A book that is damaged, or not returned at the end of the term, must be paid for.


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